Software Developer (f/m/d) Special-Purpose Machinery / Mechanical Engineering / TwinCAT

ABB is hiring a Software Developer (f/m/d) Special-Purpose Machinery / Mechanical Engineering / TwinCAT in Heidelberg, Germany. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

Level's read on this job

Level rates this software engineer role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions Twincat, SQL and software development among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a mid-level role.
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AI in this role

Develop and optimize machine software for special-purpose machinery and networked automation systems.

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software-developmentdatabase-managementiotautomation

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Maintenance Team Leader

The work model for the role is: onsite, #LI-Onsite

Key responsibilities

ABB Heidelberg is looking for a dedicated Software Developer (f/m/d) to develop and optimize innovative machine software. You will work in a motivated team on highly specialized custom-built machines and actively help shape the future of technology.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Developing and enhancing machine software
Designing and optimizing database systems
Integrating and controlling networked, highly automated systems
Performing systematic troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams

Qualifications for the role

Hands-on experience with TwinCAT (ideally TwinCAT 3)
Strong knowledge of SQL and database management
Experience with networked systems and IoT technologies
Fluent German language skills, both written and spoken, as well as advanced English proficiency
Reliability, willingness to learn, and strong teamwork skills
A background in special machinery engineering is a plus

Benefits

Retirement Plan
Flexible working hours
Canteen
Job bike program or subsidy for the Deutschland Ticket
Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

ABB AG

+49 (0) 621 381 3500

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

How we rate this

Software Developer (f/m/d) Special-Purpose Machinery / Mechanical Engineering / TwinCAT at ABB rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Software Developer (f/m/d) Special-Purpose Machinery / Mechanical Engineering / TwinCAT is an open job at ABB.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany.
The job was posted on August 13, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by ABB. Apply on ABB

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Software DevelopmentDatabase ManagementIotAutomationTwincatSQL

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Pay

Typical software engineer job: $167k

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